Electrical in Miami, FL
Verified, insured electricians serving Miami and Miami-Dade County.
Finding a dependable electrician in Miami can be the difference between a job done once and a job done twice. From Coral Gables to Brickell, homeowners across Miami-Dade County lean on electricians who know the area, pull the right permits and stand behind the work.
We match electricians across Miami — including Coral Gables, Brickell, Coconut Grove, Kendall — and the wider Miami-Dade County area.
Electrical costs in Miami
| Common job | Typical Florida cost* |
|---|---|
| Add outlet / switch | $120 – $350 |
| Ceiling fan / light install | $150 – $450 |
| Panel upgrade (200A) | $1,500 – $4,000 |
| EV charger install | $600 – $2,000 |
| Whole-home rewire | $8,000 – $20,000 |
*General 2026 estimates for Florida, not quotes. Your price depends on scope, materials and your specific home. Always compare written quotes.
Permits & hiring electricians in Miami
In Miami-Dade County, permitting and inspection for electrical jobs is taken seriously. Any electrician worth hiring in Miami pulls the permit rather than skipping it, because cut corners here resurface at resale or at claim time.
Before you hire in Miami, confirm a Florida electrical contractor license, insurance, and that any panel or service work is permitted and inspected. BuildMatcher verifies every contractor’s Florida licence and insurance before they can bid — so the Miami pros you hear from are already checked.
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How much does a panel upgrade cost in Miami?
A 200-amp panel upgrade usually runs $1,500 to $4,000 depending on the service and whether the meter or mast needs work.
Is a permit required for electrical work?
For most panel, service and new-circuit work, yes. A licensed electrician will pull it — unpermitted electrical work is a common insurance-claim denial.
Do I need a licensed electrician in Miami?
For most electrical work in Miami-Dade County, yes — and unlicensed work can void your insurance and fail inspection. Every electrician on BuildMatcher has their Florida licence and insurance verified before they can bid on your Miami job.
How do I find a trusted electrician near me in Miami?
Instead of cold-calling names, BuildMatcher matches you with credential-checked electricians who already serve Miami and Miami-Dade County, so the pros who contact you are verified before you ever speak to them.
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